パネル

ぱねる
noun
panel
1. panel; board; flat surface
a flat, usually rectangular piece of material used for displays, control interfaces, or construction
To touch the control panel.
To install solar panels.
To look at the display panel.
2. panel discussion; panel members
a group of people assembled to discuss a topic publicly
パネルディスカッション参加(さんか)した
I participated in a panel discussion.
A panel of experts was held.
To appear as a panelist.

パネル is a versatile loanword from English "panel" with two main uses: physical flat surfaces (displays, controls) and discussion groups.

Physical panel (SENSE 1)

Discussion panel (SENSE 2)

  • パネルディスカッション (panel discussion)
  • パネリスト (panelist)
  • パネル調査(ちょうさ) (panel survey)

Usage

In technology contexts, パネル often refers to a screen or display. タッチパネル is widely understood and used in daily life for touchscreen devices.